Private Wealth Law

Baker Donelson is active in preparing wills, business succession planning and gift and estate tax returns. The firm also serves as longstanding counsel to its corporate clients.

"I have found them to be very knowledgeable in the area of estate law and related taxes."

"Their ability to understand complex, out-of-the-box transactions is very good. I have worked with many members and all have been very knowledgeable."

Christopher Coats heads the Memphis office and assists businesses and families in estates, trusts, wills and tax planning matters. "Christ is super smart and knowledgeable. He is really good at what he does. In Memphis he is one of the top guys. He is very honest and he is wonderful on confidentiality." "Chris is an excellent attorney with a wide array of abilities."